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The Book of Mother by Violaine Huisman
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Content Warnings
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Death of parent
Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield
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Content Warnings
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Body horror, Death, and Injury/Injury detail
Cold Enough for Snow by Jessica Au
emotional
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka
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Content Warnings
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Graphic: Death, Terminal illness, Dementia, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Racism and War
Minor: Animal death
King Lear by William Shakespeare
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Content Warnings
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Murder
Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Maurice by E.M. Forster
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle Evans
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Content Warnings
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Gun violence, Hate crime, Racial slurs, and Racism
Minor: Drug abuse
Ephemeron by Fiona Benson
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challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
5.0
Graphic: Ableism, Animal death, Child abuse, Gore, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Violence